GMC Junior Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 – 108 Posts

The Government of Jammu and Kashmir, through the Office of the Principal, Government Medical College (GMC), Handwara, has released an official notification for the engagement of Junior Staff Nurse (Non-Gazetted – Technical Staff) on an Academic Arrangement Basis. This recruitment is issued under Advertisement Notice No: 01-NG (GMCH) of 2026, dated 22 January 2026.

Eligible nursing candidates from the UT of Jammu & Kashmir are invited to apply online as per S.O. 364 of 2020 dated 27-11-2020. A total of 108 Junior Staff Nurse posts are available across various reserved categories.


GMC Handwara Recruitment 2026 – Overview

  • Organization: Government Medical College, Handwara
  • Post Name: Junior Staff Nurse
  • Nature of Post: Non-Gazetted (Technical)
  • Engagement Type: Academic Arrangement Basis
  • Advertisement No.: 01-NG (GMCH) of 2026
  • Total Vacancies: 108
  • Job Location: Handwara, Jammu & Kashmir
  • Official Website: www.gmchandwara.co.in

GMC Handwara Junior Staff Nurse Vacancy Details 2026

Total Posts: 108

Category-wise Break-up:

  • OM: 43
  • SC: 09
  • ST-I: 11
  • ST-II: 11
  • RBA: 11
  • OBC: 09
  • ALC/IB: 04
  • EWS: 10

(Vacancies are subject to availability and may change as per GMC Handwara decision.)


Eligibility Criteria for GMC Handwara Junior Staff Nurse

Educational Qualification

As prescribed under Govt. Order No. 669-JK(HME) of 2022 dated 19-09-2022, candidates must possess:

Key Highlights

Qualification: GNM/ B.Sc Nursing
Last Date: 2026/02/19

  • 10+2 with Science, and
  • B.Sc. Nursing OR Diploma in GNM
  • Qualification must be from an institution recognized by the J&K Nursing Council
  • Valid Registration with J&K Nursing Council is mandatory

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Age Limit

  • Upper Age Limit: 63 years
  • Age calculated as on the date of notification

Official Website: GMC Handwara

Notification: Download

Application Link: Click Here to Apply


Duration of Engagement

  • Initial engagement will be for one (01) year
  • Extendable up to a maximum of six (06) years
  • Subject to:
    • Satisfactory performance
    • Good conduct
    • Availability of posts
  • Engagement will end automatically on joining of regularly selected candidates

Important Dates – GMC Handwara Recruitment 2026

EventDate
Online Application Start Date28-01-2026
Last Date for Online Submission19-02-2026 (03:00 PM)
Last Date for Hard Copy Submission26-02-2026 (04:00 PM)

Application Fee

  • Application Fee: ?700/-
  • Payment Mode: J&K Bank Challan only
  • No other payment mode will be accepted

Mode of Application – GMC Handwara Junior Staff Nurse

Candidates must follow all mandatory steps:

Step 1: Online Registration

Step 2: Fee Payment

  • Generate J&K Bank Challan during online application
  • Deposit ?700/- in the bank
  • Upload bank-verified challan on the portal

Step 3: Physical Submission (Mandatory)

  • Submit personally at:
    Office of Registrar Academics, GMC Handwara
  • Documents to submit:
    • Printed Application Receipt
    • Office Copy of Bank Challan
  • Deadline: 26-02-2026 (04:00 PM)

Selection Process

  • Selection will be made strictly as per S.O. 364 of 2020
  • If applications are large, a Written MCQ-based Test may be conducted
  • Final Merit List will be published on the official website

Documents Required for GMC Handwara Recruitment

Candidates must submit self-attested copies of the following:

  1. Printed Application Receipt
  2. J&K Bank Challan (Office Copy)
  3. Domicile Certificate (UT of J&K)
  4. Date of Birth Certificate
  5. 10+2 Marksheet
  6. B.Sc. Nursing / GNM Certificate
  7. Year-wise Marksheets
  8. J&K Nursing Council Registration Certificate
  9. Category Certificate (if applicable)
  10. Identity Proof (Aadhaar / PAN / Voter ID)

Note: Originals should NOT be submitted; they must be produced during verification.


Important Terms & Conditions

  • Engagement is purely contractual and does not confer any right to regular appointment
  • In-service candidates are not eligible
  • Selected candidates must submit an affidavit stating they will not leave before one year
  • GMC Handwara reserves the right to increase/decrease posts or cancel recruitment
  • Submission of false information will lead to cancellation and 2-year debarment

Official Authority

(Prof.) Dr. Khurshid Ahmad Wani
Principal
Government Medical College, Handwara


Conclusion

The GMC Handwara Junior Staff Nurse Recruitment 2026 offers a significant opportunity for qualified nursing professionals in Jammu & Kashmir to work in a government medical institution under an academic arrangement. Interested candidates should ensure timely online application and physical submission to avoid rejection.

? Apply before 19 February 2026 (Online)
? Submit hard copy before 26 February 2026